Bahira
Bahira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Brilliant, dazzling”.
| Meaning | Brilliant, dazzling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | باهرة |
| Pronunciation | BAA-hee-rah |
| Arabic root | ب ه ر (b-h-r) — to dazzle, to outshine |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Bahira
Bahira (Bāhira) is the feminine of bāhir, meaning dazzling or brilliant. It describes beauty or excellence that impresses at first sight. The male name Baḥīrā, borne by the monk whom the young Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is said to have met in Syria, is a different word and is spelled differently in Arabic.
Is Bahira a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahira is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning brilliant or dazzling.
Where is the name Bahira used?
Found in the Arab world and in South Asia, where Baheera is also common.
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Spellings and variants of Bahira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahira mean?
Bahira means 'Brilliant, dazzling'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Bahira a Muslim name?
Yes. Bahira is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, meaning brilliant or dazzling.
How do you write Bahira in Arabic?
Bahira is written باهرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Bahira?
Bahira is pronounced BAA-hee-rah.